Central Elementary School vs University Prep - Commerce City
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 480 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Commerce City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
421 students
University Prep - Commerce City
Commerce City · Charter other · Grades PK–PK
24 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Commerce City, Colorado | University Prep - Commerce City Commerce City, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #982 of 993 | – |
| National rank | #49120 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 421 | 24 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 24 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | – |
| Math proficiency | 16% | – |
| city | Commerce City | Commerce City |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Prep - Commerce City does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 90.5%).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 421 students compared with 24.
- •Central Elementary School is a public school while University Prep - Commerce City is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary School better than University Prep - Commerce City?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elementary School and University Prep - Commerce City?
About 480 m in a straight line, between Commerce City and Commerce City in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 421. University Prep - Commerce City: 24. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and University Prep - Commerce City rank in Colorado?
Central Elementary School is 982nd of 993 and University Prep - Commerce City is unranked among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).